Archive for March, 2010
Brett Gardner Daily Update: March 8, 2010 »
The New York Yankees lost a spring training game to the Minnesota Twins yesterday, 11-0. Brett Gardner started and got one hit in three times at bat. His hit came on a bunt. The bunt was fielded by the pitcher, whose throw pulled the first baseman off the bag. Gardner's speed was the critical element in the play because the pitcher had no time to [...]
If Phil Hughes Wins Job, Joba Rules Will Have Been for »
Young arms seem more important today than ever and the Yankees have tried very hard to take care of their young arms, specifically Joba Chamberlain —I’m talking about the Joba Rules. But have they all been for nothing? It was a question Bernadette Pasley poised on her blog Lady Batting recently: "Joba Chamberlain was on an innings [...]
Darryl Strawberry Says the ’86 Mets Would Beat »
In an article in the Bergin Record, columnist Bob Klapisch asked former Yankee Darryl Strawberry who he thought would win in a series, the ‘86 Mets or the ‘09 Yankees. Here is a small part of the article: 1986 Mets vs. 2009 Yankees? “Doc would’ve destroyed them. We would’ve beaten them. They’re a great team, [...]
Guest Bloggers Debate Joba vs. Hughes »
The battle for the fifth starting spot on the Yankees is up for grabs this spring. While in all reality there are about five players in contention, many believe it will come down to either Joba Chamberlain or Phil Hughes, with the "loser" moving to the bullpen. I asked a couple friends of Double G Sports to guest blog and give their side of the [...]
The New York Yankees Traded Roger Maris for Him? »
Dave Paderson is a die-hard New York Mets' fan. In 1966, Dave was attending New York University's graduate school. One December night that year, on his way back to his home in Flushing, Dave received a wonderful present from New York's other team. "We are committed to making a fresh start with young players. Smith gives us an [...]
Brett Gardner Daily Update No. 18 »
Yesterday, in their fourth Spring Training game, the New York Yankees lost to the Toronto Blue Jays. Brett Gardner started in left field. In his first plate appearance, Gardner hit a hard ground ball to Lyle Overbay at first base for Toronto. The ball was hit so hard and so directly at Overbay that he was able to turn it into a tricky 3-6-1 [...]
New York Yankees: Three Pitchers Brian Cashman Would »
Three of the greatest pitchers in New York Yankee history have a lot in common. Whitey Ford, Ron Guidry, and Mariano Rivera each were great. Ford is in the Hall of Fame, Rivera is a lock for it, and Guidry would have made the Hall if injuries had not shortened his career. Number 16 is permanently attached to the wall in Monument Park in Yankee [...]
Don’t Hate the Yankees!: Why Money Has Nothing »
Say what you want about the Yankees. You can say they buy all their players. You can say that any team could be successful if they broke the bank every season like the Yankees. However, you would be wrong. Because just like the "underdog" Rays, Marlins, and Twins, the Yankees also develop talent. In fact, it was not big free agent [...]
Hit and Run: NY Yankees Not Mad at A-Rod, Coke Mad at »
Here is an update on a story we heard yesterday, but an ex-Yankee might be mad at the team, and an update on Nick Johnson’s bad back. Apparently there is no bad blood between the Yankees and Alex Rodriguez over the fact that he’s been questioned about a doctor connected to HGH. Team president Randy Levine said, “Nobody [...]
Francisco Cervelli Exits Game Early With Concussion »
Facing Toronto righty Zech Zinicola today, Yankees catcher Francisco Cervelli suffered a concussion when he was struck in the helmet in the third inning. According to Yankees.com, Cervelli was able to leave the field under his own power with the help of Joe Girardi and trainer Steve Donohue. Cervelli was immediately taken to St. Joseph’s [...]